Patient's question:
I noticed a small lump on my child's arm and initially thought it was a bug bite. I applied many medications, but the child said it didn't hurt or itch, so I didn't take it seriously. However, in recent days, the small lumps on my child's arm have become more numerous. When I went to the hospital yesterday, I learned it is a diffuse infantile fibroma.What assistance is needed: Hello, what are the clinical manifestations of diffuse infantile fibroma?
Doctor's answer:
Infantile fibromas are unencapsulated, infiltrating, and exhibit a significant malignant biological behavior. They tend to recur persistently, although distant metastasis is rare. The recurrence rate ranges from 25% to 57%. Recurrences typically occur 1 month to 1 year after surgery, and in some cases, they can persist for over 10 years. Therefore, this type of tumor is also referred to as aggressive fibromatosis. Multiple recurrences can lead to septicemia, causing the affected area to become even more extensive. Once again, the tumor exhibits uncontrolled growth, invading vital organs and endangering life.